Tracking Red Wolves allows scientists to monitor and gather accurate data on population dynamics, preferred habitats, home ranges, and movement, which helps provide protective measures for their success in the wild. It allows for several key manageme
Important Note: The tracking experience for this animal uses representative historical data provided to us by our partners at SAFE Red Wolf to honor this Red Wolf’s life and legacy. We feel these stories deserve to be told to grow support and awarene
Tracking does not harm the Red Wolves and enhances their chance for survival in the wild. To learn more, visit our partner directly at fws.gov/project/red-wolf-recovery-program.
Below are past, current, and future factors that have, are, or could affect the Red Wolf (both the SAFE and wild populations). Threats are not mutually exclusive, as one can trigger another or exacerbate the impacts of another. - Small population siz
As of August 2024, there are 292 American Red Wolves under human care in 50 partner institutions across the United States. As of August 2024, there are 17 known Red Wolves that make up the wild population in North Carolina. This population is referre
Past trapping, poaching, and habitat loss are primarily to blame for the Red Wolves’ endangered status—they are now the most endangered wolf species in the world. Red Wolves once occupied space as far south as Texas all the way to the southern tip of
The Cherokee recognize and honor the Red Wolf’s personhood—we capitalize Red Wolf to emphasize that honor and equality. SAFE Red Wolf recognizes that the story of the Red Wolf, and fostering that understanding and empathy, is a critical component to